2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 450 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2012 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Smart | Audi |
| Model | ForFour | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2992 mm |
